It is delivered in nine areas across Scotland ‘to reflect the reality of Scotland's geography, regional economies and population spread.’iScottish Government Fair Start Scotland website: http://www.employabilityinscotland.com/devolved-employment-services/fair-start-scotland/-about-fair-start-scotland/
According to the Scottish Government, Fair Start Scotland is based on the following principles:
Delivery of a flexible 'whole person' approach;
Services that are responsive to those with high needs;
A drive towards real jobs;
Services designed and delivered in partnership;
Services designed nationally but adapted and delivered locally; and
Contracts that combine payment by job outcome and progression towards work.iScottish Government Fair Start Scotland website: http://www.employabilityinscotland.com/devolved-employment-services/fair-start-scotland/-about-fair-start-scotland/
FSS is aimed at supporting those people who are furthest from the labour market (but who want to work).